Crêpes Suzette

Aug 17, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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Folded crêpes suzette on a plate, the filling and toppings from the recipe clearly visible

Classic French crêpes gently cooked and served in a buttery orange and orange liqueur sauce with a hint of real vanilla for depth and warmth.

Prep 10 min

Cook 25 min

Total 35 min

Yield 12 crêpes

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Ingredients

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crêpes

1.0 cup (120.0 g)all-purpose flour
2.0 (100.0 g)large eggs
1 ¼ cups (300.0 ml)whole milk
2.0 tbsp (28.0 g)unsalted butter, melted plus 3 tbsp for sauce
1.0 tbsp (12.0 g)granulated sugar
¼ tsp (1.0 g)fine sea salt
1.0 tsp (5.0 ml)pure vanilla extract
½ cup (120.0 ml)fresh orange juice
2.0 tsp (2.0 g)finely grated orange zest
3.0 tbsp (36.0 g)granulated sugar for sauce
3.0 tbsp (42.0 g)unsalted butter for sauce
3.0 tbsp (45.0 ml)orange liqueur (such as orange Curaçao or Triple Sec)

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Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry, whisking continuously until you have a smooth, thin batter. Let rest 10 minutes.
Heat a nonstick 8-inch skillet over medium heat and lightly brush with butter.
Pour about 1/4 cup (60 ml) batter into the skillet, swirling to evenly coat the surface.
Cook until the edges lift and the bottom is pale golden, about 1-2 minutes.
Flip and cook the other side about 30 seconds. Transfer cooked crêpe to a plate and cover to keep warm.
Repeat with remaining batter, adding butter as needed, stacking crêpes separated by parchment paper.
To make Suzette sauce, combine orange juice, orange zest, and sugar in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir until sugar dissolves and mixture simmers.
Add butter to the sauce, stirring until melted and smooth, then carefully add the orange liqueur.
Reduce heat to low, add 4-5 crêpes folded into quarters, spooning sauce over them to coat and warm gently for 1-2 minutes.
Serve immediately with extra sauce spooned on top.

Tips

For best flavor, use fresh vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste in the batter.
When making the sauce, cook gently to avoid burning the sugar and maintain a smooth sauce.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make crêpes suzette?

Plan on 10 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of cooking. The recipe makes 10–12 crêpes.

How should I store crêpes suzette?

Keep leftover crêpes wrapped tightly in plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; reheat gently in a warm skillet before serving.

Can I make crêpes suzette ahead?

Prepare the batter and Suzette sauce in advance; cook the crêpes just before serving.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 tsp pure vanilla extract (5 ml). Each teaspoon of pure vanilla extract can be swapped for 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, the seeds of half a vanilla bean, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder. Paste and seeds add the classic dark specks.

Classic French crêpes gently cooked and served in a buttery orange and orange liqueur sauce with a hint of real vanilla for depth and warmth.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 12 servings this recipe makes.

140 Calories / serving

6.5g Fat

15.2g Carbs

3.0g Protein

7.5g Sugar

Whole recipe (12 servings): ~1680 cal · 78g fat · 182g carbs · 36g protein · 90g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 140 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

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Walking uphill or incline treadmill 19 min·1.0 mi·~1900 steps
Moderate cycling 14 min·2.8 mi
Swimming laps 20 min
Jogging 14 min·1.2 mi·~2250 steps
Stair climbing 13 min·~1150 steps
Dancing 23 min
Bodyweight circuit training 14 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 33 min

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